The final exam covers the following subjects (from the Forouzan book + class lecture material) :

Whatever is not mentioned explicitly (within a chapter) is included in the exam material. Chapters which are not mentioned are not included.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Know only implicitly. No explicit questions about Chapter 1.

Chapter 2: Basic Concepts

All.

Chapter 3: The OSI model

All. In particular:

Chapter 4: Signals

Know how to apply. In particular, p.76 shows a signal with a DC component (midterm question).

Chapter 5: Encoding and Modulating

All, but no details such as Figure 5.37.

Chapter 6: Transmission of Digital Data: Interfaces and Modems

Chapter 7: Transmission Media

Chapter 8: Multiplexing

Chapter 9: Error Detection and Correction

All, including the much more detailed class presentations. This includes some derivations and proofs.

Chapter 10: Data Link Control

Chapter 11: Data Link Protocols

Chapter 12: Local Area Networks

Chapter 14: Switching

All, but not Public Switched Telephone Network.

Chapter 15: PPP

No frame details. Be able to explain PPP state diagram, PPP layers, purpose of LCP, Authentication (PAP, CHAP and difference between these), purpose of NCP.

Chapter 21: Networking and Internetworking Devices

All !!!

Chapter 22: Transport Layer

Chapter 24: TCP/IP Protocol Suite: Part I

All, but no details of IP, TCP, UDP headers. Should be able to relate (if given) these headers to the behaviour/services offered by these protocols.

TCP/IP online notes

No details (function prototypes). Be able to explain: